Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens

• Develops, implements, maintains and reviews the information security program for DoD, OIG information systems (IS) and networks to comply with DoD cybersecurity policies, guidance, and standards.
• Performs assessments of systems and networks. Measures effectiveness of defense-in-depth architecture against known vulnerabilities. Tests, verifies and assures security controls within the IS's and networks.
• Manages Accreditation Packages. Reviews authorization and assurance documents to assess acceptable risk levels. Verifies security postures are implemented, documents deviations, and recommends actions to correct deviations.
• Develops policies and implements guidance for OIG cybersecurity. Analyzes Federal and DoD policies and procedures for DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF). Determines applicability and execution into OIG systems and operations.
• Develops, implements, maintains, and documents the OIG Network Access Control program. Operates and maintains a cyber-incident handling program for response to events and incidents within the OIG. Handles Classified Message Incidents (CMI).
• Evaluates emerging technology and makes recommendation for OIG systems, hardware/software. Ensures costs, documentation, specifications, timeliness, maximum resource utilization and compatibility and interoperability within the OIG IT environment.
• Prepares or provides input to IT procurement actions, requests for proposals, technicalrequirements; assesses proposals for technical responsiveness; coordinates with contractingofficers and participates in proposal evaluation committees.

Conditions of employment

• Must be a U.S Citizen or National
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov).
• Position has been designated as TS/SCI Special Sensitive. Incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
• This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination.
• Incumbent is required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment, and is subject to random drug testing for the duration of service with DoD OIG.
• The incumbent must adhere to the DoD Standards of Conduct.

Qualifications

GS-5 through GS-15 (or equivalent): For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below.

1. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
2. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
3. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
4. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

and

Specialized Experience for GS-12 (or equivalent): Positions at GS-12 (or equivalent) require one year of specialized experience at the next lower GS-grade (or equivalent). Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Such experience is typically gained in the IT field or through the performance of work where the primary concern is IT. The employing agency is responsible for defining the specialized experience based on the requirements of the position being filled.

Specialized Experience for this position consists of having one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service. Specialized Experience is defined as substantive experience that demonstrates expert knowledge, skills, and abilities in work ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of cybersecurity programs, policies, procedures, and tools; expert knowledge of cybersecurity policies, FISMA, RMF, IAVMs and other cybersecurity programs and tools; senior specialist or project manager or functioning at similar levels of responsibility.

Additional Requirements: Information Assurance certification: Must be able to acquire and maintain an Information Assurance Manager Level III certification in accordance with DoD Manual 8140.03. The specific information on certifications can be found in the manual: www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/dodm/814003p.PDF?ver=Yi_dR4VeVd7-yxrty2REFQ%3d%3d

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience.

Only experience and/or education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job.

The numeric rating you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.

All qualified candidates will be evaluated on the following competencies:

• Compliance
• Cyber Workforce Management
• Information Resources Strategy and Planning
• Problem Solving
• Risk Management
• Technical Communication
• Vulnerability Management

You can preview the Assessment Questionnaire here:https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12068767